Simple stuff really: forests are good for the environment and we ought to have more of them.
The researchers’ calculations suggest that carbon storage in Midwestern forests could offset the greenhouse gas emissions of almost two-thirds of nearby populations, and that proper management of forests could sustain or increase their storage capacity for future generations.
Based on [...]

Green tea may be one way to fight breast cancer based on a new study on female mice. The scientists examined an ingredient in green tea called ECCG which is an antioxidant. The results in the ice are promising so people should start drinking more delicious green tea.
Epidemiological studies suggest that green tea and its [...]

A team of international scientists have successfully grown heart tissue from embryonic stem cells. This is great news for people who have had all sorts of heart problems. Except perhaps a broken heart, for them perhaps a hug would work best.
More on the stem cell derived heart:
The researchers created the cells by supplying embryonic stem [...]

NASA asked researchers to look into what to do if an asteroid targeted earth. Some enterprising students have decided that gravity is the most efficient (and cheapest) way to deflect big rocks from destroying our small planet. What’s more is that the students have designed their device to perform research on the asteroid as the [...]

The CBC is reporting that researchers at Yale have found a more effective way to detect ovarian cancer.
A new blood tests has been developed that Yale researchers say can detect ovarian cancer with 99 per cent accuracy.
The test uses six protein biomarkers to identify proteins in the bloodstream that signal an ovarian tumour is present [...]

The Guardan has a well written article that looks at the emergence of academic green thinking in the UK. The article looks at the advancements being made, but does so in a way that ensures we keep our feet on the ground.
Fortunately, he points out, students are starting to take action for themselves, with campaigns [...]